Quirky Curious Things to Do in Paris

When you visit Paris there are a few famous landmarks and sights which will be obvious first stops, such as the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Chateau de Versailles, Notre Dame, the steep streets of Montmartre and the banks of the Seine. However, what if you have seen all of these Paris main attractions and you are looking to do something a bit different?

Paris is such a diverse and multi-layered city and there are so many strange, wonderful and interesting things to discover once you start exploring. If you want to go beyond the main picture postcard attractions of Paris and discover something out of the ordinary, you will uncover a wealth of hidden treasures hidden with its streets

The Paris Sewer System Museum

When you think of a fun holiday you might not consider heading down into the sewers, but Paris has the largest sewer system in the world which dates back to the 1300s and it is actually quite a fascinating way to learn about the history of the city. You can visit the Paris Sewer Museum and find out what goes on underneath the ground. This somewhat smelly museum even tells the story of how Victor Hugo got inspiration for Les Miserables by visiting these sewers and even based the character of Jean Valjean on a sewer inspector he knew.

Dans le Noir

Another one of the most interesting and quirky attractions in Paris is “Dans le Noir”, a restaurant where you dine in complete darkness while being served by blind waiters. You can’t see a thing, but you are guided through the experience by your waiter and you will be able get a taste of what being blind is like. They say that when you lose your sense of sight, your other senses are heightened so that should mean that you enjoy the food even more!

Crypte Archéologique

Hidden beneath the streets of Paris, the Crypte Archéologique is a fascinating time capsule which showcases the artefacts of the civilizations which once dwelt in Paris many centuries ago. You can explore a recreated version of a Celtic tribe settlement from 2000 years ago as well as see a number of interesting artefacts from throughout the ages.

Crypte Archéologique

These are just a few of the strangest and most interesting quirky attractions that you can explore in Paris. Of course, there are so many more to discover beneath the surface of this great city, so keep your eyes open for the unique and unusual.

Flight Centre can help you find the cheapest flight to Parisso that you can enjoy these weird and wonderful attractions. They offer a “Lowest Airfare Guarantee” which means that if you find a cheaper flight to Paris anywhere else, Flight Centre will beat the price by $10 as well as give you a $100 voucher. You can rest assured that you are getting your airtickets as cheaply as possible, so that your travel budget will stretch a lot further. Flight Centre can also help you to plan your perfect Paris holiday by arranging any special tours or travel experiences. Contact them today to find out more.

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